There are many folks that don’t fit the “Wonder Years” or “Career” buckets, but are equally important in my life. Here are some of those people:
Above anyone else, I need to thank my wife Cindy and best friend for the last 40+ years! Nobody has had a greater impact on my life. Without her love and support this project would not be possible. (You can thank her for her input and editing.) We make a wonderful team…
To Cindy’s parents, David and Marilyn Howell, and Clark, her younger brother – thank you for letting me take Cindy from your family’s world and for allowing me to join it. I also thank you for allowing me to be me; I know it hasn’t always been easy on you.
Next are the spouses, significant others, children and others who joined the family in one way or another. My life would not be complete without you!
Here are some more amazing people that I have had the good fortune of knowing:
Ray Brook – Ray was a good friend and mentor, with whom I had the privilege of traveling on many occasions. His spirit, smile and stories will be with me forever. It was an honor to be able to record and share his life story here.
Ray’s Story – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXBC9wpBACE
Ray’s Life Celebration – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pkwll1QEyWk
Arrianna D’Orsay – Inspirational young woman with a beautiful perspective on life.
Betty Chang – Our sweet goddaughter in Inner Mongolia, China.
Catherine Cordova – Partner in ministry, always with a positive and challenging perspective.
Colleen File – Our first goddaughter, who has become an amazing young woman of God.
David Weirich – A dear ministry partner who has an incredible love for people.
Gay Brook – Married to Ray, they were the “Ray-Gay Team” and it was an honor to work together.
George Duff – One of the pillars of Seattle and an amazing definition of generosity.
Kent Lottis – A living example of “living for Jesus” in a way that I try to emulate.
Paul Sullivan – My oldest friend! Boy, does he have stories on me…
Steve Lieder – A master at sharing his faith and God’s love for people.
Susan Du – We call her “The Closer”. She is our ministry partner in China in many ways.
Terri Thomson – The most amazing mom ever and friend through some difficult times.
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